Climate Action Lanarkshire

09/10/2026

Free tomorrow? Head over to Viewpark Conservation Group for their orchard open day!

Hear more about the project, explore the glen and enjoy some delicious apple juice 🍎

06/10/2026

Support your local biodiversity, community and the climate 🌳

Are you interested in planting trees to support biodiversity in your community? Whether you have a small space in mind or a large area available, apply to the Community Tree Scheme for support to shape your project. Our Development Officer will support you at every stage of the project - from liaising with landowners to get permission to plant, sourcing trees, planting materials and equipment to exploring further funding opportunities to sustain the project.

Check out our website to apply: https://f.mtr.cool/uhi7plb9nj

Closing date: 20 October 2026

*Whilst groups in the following areas will be prioritised, groups outwith these areas are still encouraged to get in touch: Airdrie, Carfin, Carluke, Coatbridge, East Kilbride, Larkhall.

05/10/2026

Do you use Strathclyde Park for walking, wheeling and/or cycling?

North Lanarkshire Council are seeking your views to help improve links to Motherwell, Orbiston and South Lanarkshire. They are seeking to understand current journeys through the park and any barriers encountered.

The survey takes around 5 minutes and closes on 28 October.

For full details and access to the consultation, see: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/71bf6087ef204e4188d97e1f3f2fbcc0

Or you can find the link to the consultation in the post below 👇

We're asking you to take part in an early-stage engagement exercise for a proposed active travel study within and around Strathclyde Country Park.

The study aims to better understand existing travel patterns, user experiences and local priorities to help inform potential future improvements for walking, wheeling and cycling.

We encourage residents, visitors, park users and everyone with an interest in the park and its surrounding connections to share their views.

Find out more and complete the survey at https://ow.ly/jfXk50ZTSVc

05/10/2026

Plant trees in your community 🌳

Would your community benefit from planting more trees or connecting up existing areas of woodland?

The Community Tree Scheme can help you achieve this! The scheme aims to guide groups at every stage of their project; our Development Officer will chat with you about your tree planting project idea and work with you to identify appropriate steps to successfully plan and deliver the project. They will support your group at each stage of the project with things such as:

🪏 identifying suitable tree planting sites
🤝 liaise with landowners to get permission to plant
🌳 understand the most appropriate tree species for your project
💡 access resources, training and guidance to help increase tree planting success rates
and lots more!

The scheme closes on 20 October 2026 - don't miss out!

For full details and to apply, see: https://f.mtr.cool/3krq0ftxav

*Groups outwith these locations are still encouraged to get in touch to discuss support in your community.

04/10/2026

There are lots of brilliant organisations taking action across Lanarkshire! 💚

Feeling inspired to get involved in local climate action? Check out the map on our website to see what's happening near you! https://f.mtr.cool/3m7sg0jdrs

This Scotland's Climate Week we highlighted some of the great climate work happening in Lanarkshire and how it's making a positive difference to our local communities.

03/10/2026

Small actions 🤝 big impact

We get that 'taking climate action' can often feel too big or overwhelming.

That's why we've broken it down into simple things everyone can do that will make a big difference. Whether you are looking to learn how you can reduce your energy usage or waste, how to travel more sustainably or how to get started with growing more of your own food - we have something for everyone. 💫

The resources section on our website has useful hints and tips as well as links to other organisations that can help you find what you're looking for.

Check it out here: https://f.mtr.cool/teszohewuu

This section of our website is constantly evolving and being updated to reflect new information or to fill any gaps. If you have questions about particular subjects which aren't covered through our resources pages, please contact [email protected] and we will be happy to help!

02/10/2026

Supporting community groups to access renewables ⚡️

During , Hope Hub in Kirkmuirhill hosted a renewable energy showcase. At the event they were able to show off their solar panels and battery storage.

Our Energy Handholding Service (EHS) supported the Hope Hub to access the renewable technology. Delivered by our Development Officer for Energy, Natasha, the EHS has been created to help community groups across Lanarkshire improve the energy efficiency of their buildings. To date, the service has supported a number of Lanarkshire community groups begin their journey to becoming more sustainable.

The EHS can help you by:
🧾 Arranging a free Business Energy Scotland report
🗣️ Reviewing and explaining the report in plain language
💷 Helping to source feasibility studies and quotes for energy improvements
✍️ Supporting with capacity to help locate funding opportunities and fill out applications
🤝 Providing tailored support to your group

Interested in exploring renewable technology for your community group's building? Check out https://f.mtr.cool/r8y87tkk9v for details on how we can support you.

01/10/2026

Saving seeds to increase resilience to climate change🫘

During we visited Viewpark Conservation Group for their Seed Saving Workshop where they demonstrated one method of saving seeds from produce grown in their polytunnel. This seed will be available next spring through

The Seed Savers Network began as a partnership between the Hub and three organisations - GBT Shotts Healthy Living Centre., Grow 73 and Viewpark Conservation Group and continues to grow each year.

The project aims to increase resilience to climate change, common pests and plant diseases. It does this by increasing the availability of open-pollinated seeds adapted to Lanarkshire-specific growing conditions and made accessible to anyone looking to grow more of their own food.

To access seeds, there have been a number of seed libraries set up across Lanarkshire in locations such as Rutherglen, Shotts, Viewpark, Coatbridge and more!

For more information on the Seed Savers Network and where you can access seeds, check out our website:
https://www.climateactionlanarkshire.net/seed-savers-network

30/09/2026

Reducing waste, one cup at a time 🥤

During coffee shops across Lanarkshire displayed resources provided by the Hub promoting that they welcome reusable cups. Coffee shops were provided with a window sticker and a small sign to sit by the till. The sign also had some facts on the back to help staff speak with customers about why reusable cups are welcome.

With Scotland using around 389 million* single-use drinks cups per year (that’s an average of 71 cups per person), encouraging reusable cups is a really impactful climate action that businesses can take.

Whilst set up during the festival, this campaign continues across Lanarkshire with many coffee shops still using these assets to promote the use of reusable cups. It is a simple way to reduce waste and a very visual way to encourage small changes which ultimately make a big difference.

For more information on how to reduce waste, check out our website: https://f.mtr.cool/p6ahq7vdxv

*Source: gov.scot

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